Colombia By The Sea

Experience Colombia's Pristine Coastline

On this 14-day Colombia by the Sea holiday, you will enjoy the best of what the Colombian coastline has to offer while still stopping at some of the most historically important spots in the country.

You'll begin your trip in Colombia's historic capital Bogota, then you'll discover the beauty of Tayrona National Park before visiting the vibrant and charming city of Cartagena. Enjoy your last few days relaxing on the island of San Andrés, a turquoise paradise. Get your sunscreen ready!

Highlights

• Discover Colombia's historic capital, Bogota

• Go on an adventure in Tayrona National Park

• Visit charming and colourful Cartagena

• Explore the marine life in Isla Mucura

Quick Itinerary

Day 1 - Depart the UK

Days 2 & 3 - Bogota

Days 4 - 6 - Tayrona National Park

Days 7 - 9 - Cartagena 

Days 10 - 12 - Isla Mucura

Day 13 -  Depart Cartagena

Day 14 - Arrive back in the UK

Truly Individual Holiday

Any element of this holiday can be made truly individual to your requirements, including the places you want to see and the things that are important to you. Just contact one of our Travel Specialists today.

Day 1 - Depart the UK

Today you will depart the UK on your international flight to  Bogota, Colombia

Days 2 & 3 - Bogota

On your first full day in Colombia, you'll enjoy a Bogota city tour. Its historic centre, also known as La Candelaria, is an archaic suburb with great significance for the country due to its history and cultural heritage. You will visit the main square, Plaza de Bolivar, and the Cathedral (on the eastern side of the plaza) which holds an important collection of religious artefacts such as textiles and artworks.  Around the Plaza, you will be able to see famous buildings such as the Palacio de Justicia and Bogotá’s Mayor's offices called the Edificio Liévano. Continue on with a visit to the Botero Museum (closed on Tuesdays) and then the famous Gold Museum (closed on Mondays).  

Days 4 - 6 - Tayrona National Park

Spend the next 3 nights with views of the Caribbean while being surrounded by jungle and just 3km from the entrance to the famous Tayrona National Park.  

Enjoy a full-day private tour of this natural paradise, taking in the beautiful pristine white-sand beach of Cañavera and the large egg-shaped boulders that frame the beach of Arrecifes, reached by a hike through humid and tropical forest. 

Spend a day at leisure taking in the views from your hotel, exploring the nearby forest or unwinding on the beach.      

Days 7 - 9 - Cartagena

Enjoy a panoramic city tour of beautiful Cartagena. Start your tour at San Felipe Fortress, erected in honour of Don Luis Carlos López, a famous poet from Cartagena, head to the Ciudad Vieja (Old City) to visit the Convent and Church of San Pedro Claver which dates back to the XVII century. Lastly, you will continue on to the Bovedas zone, an artisan centre where you will be able to appreciate local handicrafts.

Enjoy a free day to explore the city on your own.

Days 10 - 12 - Isla Mucura

Isla Mucura is a coral island located in the pristine archipelago of San Bernardo off the Caribbean coast of Colombia. Discover the rich marine life while snorkeling in the crystalline waters, stroll along the sandy shores or simply relax in a hammock under the shade of swaying palms.

Day 13 - Depart Cartagena

Enjoy breakfast in the hotel before transferring to the airport for your onward flight.

Day 14 - Arrive back in the UK

Today you will land back in the UK from Colombia.

Price from £3,999 per person

(Valid for 2024 prices)

Includes:

• International flights

• 11 nights’ accommodation

• 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

• Half-day city tours of Bogota and Cartagena 

• Full-day tour of Tayrona National Park 

• Transfers and domestic flights as per itinerary 

Excludes:

• Meals not indicated in your itinerary

• Local departure taxes payable locally

• Items of a personal nature such as laundry and drinks etc

• Tips for guides and drivers (discretionary)

• Camera or video fees at any sites